The Memorial Day “Common-Sense” Safety Guide
Posted May 8th, 2012 by kevinThe unofficial start to summer is here with Memorial Day right around the corner. It’s that time of year for the long awaited warm weather, barbeque rituals, swimming, and that much needed vacation you have been planning to take. Memorial Day is one of those days that give you a taste of summer, and it’s a day for families and friends to get together. With warmer weather upon us, it also brings up some safety precautions to keep in mind.
Home Security Landscaping - Nature's Home Security System
Posted April 30th, 2012 by kevin
Did you know that your landscaping choices can contribute to a burglary? When people think of home security, what usually comes to mind is burglar alarms, deadbolts, and fortified door frames. No one ever thinks about the back yard (or the lawn that hasn’t been mowed in weeks). However, all these things have a lot to do with your home’s security.
Burglars are always looking for an “easy score,” so when they pick a home it’s not done at random. Burglars are very picky, and believe it or not, the landscaping of a home is a determining factor. Regrettably, not all homes are burglar-resistant, but the landscaping of your home could defend your home from a possible intruder. The less you make your home look like a vulnerable target, the safer you are.
Distraction Burglaries on the Rise – Protect Yourself With These 5 Tips
Posted April 20th, 2012 by kevin
Burglars are always finding new tricks and methods when it comes to burglarizing a home. One of the newest and trendiest is the “distraction” burglary. It’s a con game really. Distraction burglary is where a “visitor” comes to your home, tells you some lie to swindle their way into your home, or creates a ruse to distract the victim so an accomplice can slip in, which is the most common method. The most frequent target for these distraction burglaries are the elderly and vulnerable.
Police report that with spring here in bloom, more and more of these crimes will occur. A distraction burglary involves witty manipulation, and if you don’t know the signs, you may fall victim to this type of crime, even if you have burglar alarm in place. Here is some information and tips to help you be aware of someone attempting a distraction burglary.
Guest Post - Home Renovations that Add to Security
Posted April 16th, 2012 by Guest
In this day and age, it’s more important than ever to take precautions to keep your home and family safe from harm’s way. If you’re thinking about remodeling your home, why not consider renovating with a few extra safety features in mind? Take a look at these 5 renovations that can help keep your home secure.